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50 is the New 35: Small Claims Court Just Levelled Up
Find Out How Upcoming Changes in the Small Claims Court Monetary Jurisdiction Could Impact Insurance Disputes, Defence Strategy and Your Litigation Playbook.
“It’s Complicated.”
When Living Together and Parenthood Trigger Priority – the Final Instalment of our Three-Part Series Dealing with the Definition of “Spouse” in the Insurance Act.
“One size does not fit all”: Divisional Court Overturns LAT Adjournment Denial
A recent Divisional Court decision granted a stay of a LAT decision denying an adjournment in a catastrophic impairment case. The decision underscores that scheduling discretion must still respect fairness, especially in complex matters.
New Rules, New Game: Civil Litigation in Ontario Set to Change in 2026
Say Goodbye to Discoveries!: What you need to know about the proposed changes to Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure.
Hold Your Horses: Don’t get saddled with an AB claim due to deflection
If you need a refresher on the consequences of deflection, this blog is for you!
Strict Compliance: Don’t Risk It!
Once upon a time, an insured skipped a premium payment. The insurer terminated the policy. The end… or was it?
Trieu v. Aubin, 2025 ONSC 1141: Threshold + Refresher = Re-thresh-er?
While it is not groundbreaking, the Superior Court’s recent decision in Trieu v. Aubin should serve as a reminder, to plaintiff’s counsel, of the risks of taking a meritless claim to trial.
Priority Disputes: When “We’ll Get to It Later” Costs You the Case
A recently released priority arbitration decision illustrated the importance of adhering to the strict timelines within O. Reg. 283/95: Disputes Between Insurers.
Who’s a Dog Owner? Surprise – It’s You!
Amanda, a dog walker, had been babysitting Forrest Gump – not a movie character, but a Boxer dog – at his owners’ house. She wanted to let him out to do his business in the backyard. When Amanda approached Forrest to put dog booties on him, he bit her.
Limitation Periods: A Fire Trapped in Time?
An architect helped complete a roofing renovation in 2001. The roof ignited 18 years later. Is the architect protected by the 15-year ultimate limitation period? The answer might set you ablaze.